Best Rock Climbing Vietnam Guide

According to former experiencers, climbing rocks is one of the most adventurous things to do in Vietnam which brings you the thrilling, fun, off-the-beaten-track, and worth-trying experience. Why is the activity so alluring?

Apparently, like any others, the sport is always good for your health as it puts all of your muscles to the test, strengthens them, thus, refreshes your body after months of just sitting at the office. In Vietnam, the activity can occur at a variety of spots that possess distinctive features. That the country features a mountainous terrain (mountains take up 3/4 of the whole area) plus thousands of islands within the bays and waters have created a wide range of stunning crags and cliffs.

High mountain for rock climb in Vietnam

These mainly lie in the Northeast and feature height between 7 and 23 m, which will give you a chance to challenge your strength but still safe enough. Compared to Thailand, a quite famous country in terms of rock climbing, Vietnam can give rock climbers an equally enjoyable experience. However, while in other countries, the activity is suitable for the professional due to its higher and more dangerous crags and cliffs, Vietnam can service all types of tourists, from beginners that are curious about the activity to experts that have years of rock climbing.

Additionally, climbing rocks is considered a way of sightseeing. On reach the top of the crags, you can easily catch sight of amazing things under your feet. While Thailand rock climbing will serve you the sceneries of Koh Samui, Phra Nang Peninsular, etc., places that are well known to tourists, in Vietnam, sceneries in the Northeast are to some extent tranquil and untouched, which can be equally charming but give you a different feeling if seen downward. From the top, you will be able to have a panoramic view of the scene below and sometimes enjoy the sunrise or sunset that is undeniably beautiful.

Vietnam Rock climbing is best ways of sighseeing

The last reason you should try rock climbing in Vietnam is the low price compared to other countries’. You will have to pay less but still experience good service and extra safety.

Planning to climb rocks in Vietnam, then you should never miss these places.

1. Halong Bay 

Certainly on the list is Halong Bay, the tourism center of Northern Vietnam, famous for many magnificent karst islands, charming beaches, and mesmerizing caves. People coming here usually choose to admire its impressive scenery on a kayak, a small bamboo boat, or while swimming in the emerald water, all of which can allow you to have a close-up view. However, if you are yearning for something panoramic, climbing to the top of one of the crags within Halong bay to see the whole area will be the best.

Usually, rock climbing in waters like Halong Bay is combined with kayaking for tourists to access the places. During the trip, you will be taken to some well-built crags, follow the guide’s instructions to get to the peak, and you can get a bird-eye view over all of the charms in Ha Long. Especially, there is deep water soloing, an adventurous version of the activity in which you climb without any protective equipment and jump off into the cool water after reaching the top.

Halong Bay Rock Climb

The activity may feature in a cruise tour or sometimes be booked separately. As for Halong Bay squid fishing, we recommend you choose a cruise one, as the service is far more professional. Half-day and full-day cruise tours will cost you respectively US $30 and US $50. Deepwater soloing is around US $45. If preferring a whole cruise trip that includes rock climbing in the itinerary, you will have to spend between US $150 and $310.

For more detailed information, please go to Rock Climbing in Halong.

2. Cat Ba Island 

Situated near Halong Bay and possessing a mountainous terrain, Cat Ba Island is also an ideal destination for rock climbers. The island itself features many famous crags that are extraordinarily beautiful and adventurous. Some of those are Butterfly Valley, Hidden Valley, Ben Beo Harbor, The Cave.

Like in Halong Bay, to start rock climbing in Cat Ba Island, you will have to kayak to reach the crags, except for ones on land such as Butterfly Valley, Hidden Valley. On climbing to the peak, you will get a panoramic view over the island where there are not only stunning sceneries but scenes of the locals’ lives as well. Besides, there is deepwater soloing in Ben Beo Harbor for those who take a fancy to adventurous experience.

Rock climb in Cat Ba Island

Rock climbing in Cat Ba usually costs you the same as in Halong Bay, so you can easily choose between the two places to enjoy the activity. If you want to experience both of them, a full cruise tour will be the right choice.

3. Huu Lung 

Huu Lung, a district of the mountainous Lang Son, has been a famous destination to climb rocks in Viet Nam. Lying in a peaceful valley, the district itself hosts a large number of breathtaking karst peaks, 60 quality routes that are accessible to beginners to experienced climbers, and many new ones bolted each year, hence its popularity among climbers.

In Huu Lung, you will frequently hear about the 5 incredible crags, which are Head Wall, The Arch, WoofStuck, Passe-Muraille, and Dragon Wall. These are the most beautiful ones that you can climb to the top and admire the scene below. Unlike Halong Bay or Cat Ba, Huu Lung is an on-land spot, which definitely will not give you charming sceneries of sand, water, or islands but untouched beauties of spectacular mountains and evergreen plants.

Rock climb in Huu Lung

As rocks and crags in Huu Lung are to some extent more dangerous than in the formers, you will have to make sure that all protective equipment is prepared and have at least one guide instruct you. Usually, a tour in Huu Lung will include all of that, so you can just come and experience it. The cost is about US $77.67/day/person for a group of 4. If you come on a group trip, it can reduce to US $56.06/day/person. So why don’t you come with your friends? It will be an unforgettable time for you.

4. Quoc Oai 

If you are looking for somewhere near Hanoi to do rock climbing, Quoc Oai can be the right place as it locates just outside of the metropolis and still features enough facilities for the activity to take place. Here, there are about 20 routes bolted. These are quite easily accessible and suitable for beginners. To climb rocks in Quoc Oai, you can have a day trip start from the city, which is convenient as you can both visit Hanoi and take part in the activity in just a day. However, on booking rock climbing here, you will make sure that the service is available as some of the services there have been banned by the local authority since 2019.

Rock climb in Quoc Oai

5. Mai Chau 

Another option for climbing rocks near Hanoi is Mai Chau, a rural district of Hoa Binh. From the capital, it will only take you about 4 hours to get there. It is quite convenient for a day tour. Like Huu Lung, Mai Chau features peaceful scenery of mountains and plants. Besides, as a rural district where ethnic minorities settle down, Mai Chau will bring to you some unique beauties coming from the local life.

An interesting thing about rock climbing in Mai Chau is that you can climb with bicycle approach. From the foot of the mountain, you can ride a bike along the slope, through local villages and paddy fields to reach the climbing zone, hence more time to sightsee, of course, with your naked eyes. However, the service is only suitable for experienced climbers. As a newbie, you’d better have a tour guide to make sure everything is fine. In that case, a private tour can fit the bill.

Rock climb in Mai Chau

Usually, one-day climbing rocks in Mai Chau will cost you from $28 to $42 per person. The more people your group has, the less you will pay.

Rock climbing in Vietnam can give you very different experiences. Now, let’s pack your bag and join us. To book s rock climbing tour, you can go to our website at bestpricetravel.com and request a Vietnam Private tour, we will customize and give you the best trip.

One thing about rock climbing services in Vietnam is that they are only sold on request. Therefore, if you want to, direct contact will be the best idea.

Duc Anh

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